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Pak is using enforced disappearances as tool to crush voice of oppressed people: Baloch Republican Party

Geneva (Switzerland), Jun 25 (ANI): While speaking to ANI on enforced disappearances in Pakistan, president of the Baloch Republican Party Brahumdagh Bugti said, "Pakistani state authorities have been using enforced disappearances as a tool to crush the voice of oppressed people like Balochs, Pashtuns, Muhajirs, Sindhis and other religious minorities." "On one hand, Pakistan is a signatory of international conventions against enforced disappearances and on the other, they are busy abducting people. We urge international community to take action against enforced disappearances of Baloch and other people in Pakistan," he added.

Pak barbarity on people of PoK, Gilgit Baltistan exposed at Birmingham

Birmingham, United Kingdom, June 24, 2019: - A number of Kashmiri political activists and leaders from across Europe and the United Kingdom recently gathered in Birmingham for the 'International Kashmir conference on Peace, Human Rights and Counter Terrorism.' The discussions in the conference primarily focused at the appalling living standards of locals in the illegally occupied regions of PoK and Gilgit-Baltistan and deliberations were made to find an immediate solution to the prevailing crisis. The talks also highlighted the suppressive designs of Pakistan that were aimed at further subjugating the locals while plundering their resources with impunity. Activists highlighted that the territory of PoK was being exploited by Pakistan through its multi-pronged designs. While on one side, it was regularly plundering Kashmir's natural resources; on other, it was using the land to carry out its terror activities.

Former Pak FM passes away

New Delhi, June 24 (ANI): Former Pakistan Finance Minister Abdul Sattar passed away on Sunday. He was 88."We are deeply saddened to announce that former foreign minister Abdul Sattar has passed away. He was an illustrious diplomat and an accomplished author," Pakistan's foreign office said in a statement. Sattar served as the Foreign minister under then-president Pervez Musharraf government from 1999 to 2002. He was the part of Mussaraf delegation who visited India for the historic Agra Summit in 2001. Sattar also served as the foreign secretary from 1986-88."We offer our profound condolences to the bereaved family and pray for the departed soul," the statement added.

CM Jairam Thakur on 4-day visit to UAE to attract investors

Abu Dhabi (United Arab Emirates), Jun 24 (ANI): Himachal Pradesh Chief Minister Jairam Thakur is on a four-day official visit to the United Arab Emirates. He is in a bid to attract investment to his State in various sectors including horticulture and tourism. He arrived in Dubai on Sunday. He was accompanied by Industries Minister Bikram Singh and several other senior officials of the State. He invited businessmen of LuLu Group International for Himachal Pradesh Global Investors' Summit which is scheduled to be held later this year. While speaking to ANI, Jairam Thakur said, "We had a positive discussion. There are many sectors in which we can work together."

Pakistani cricket fans tear posters put up by Baloch activists in London

London (United Kingdom), Jun 24 (ANI): Pakistani cricket fans tear posters put up by Baloch activists in United Kingdom's London on Sunday. They tear posters from outside the Lord's Cricket Ground in London. Lord's Cricket Ground was the venue of Pakistan-South Africa match which took place yesterday under the International Cricket Council (ICC) World Cup-2019 tournament.

Indian envoy hails relations with Indonesia on completion of 70 years of bilateral ties

Yogyakarta (Indonesia), June 23 (ANI): On completion of 70 years of bilateral relations between India and Indonesia, Ambassador of India to Indonesia Pradeep Kumar Rawat says "excellent" is the word best suitable to describe ties between the two nations. Speaking to ANI, Ambassador Rawat said tourism has seen a major hike over the past years, owing to the multitude of measures taken by both governments.

Yoga to be included in school curriculum in Nepal

Janakpur (Nepal), June 23 (ANI): In a bid to promote holistic living and physical wellbeing, the government in Nepal has proposed to include yoga in the curriculum of studies, Nepal's Minister for Education, Science and Technology, Giriraj Mani Pokharel said on Saturday. Addressing a Yoga Day event, Pokharel said that the existing curriculum is being revised and the new one would also include yoga, making the education system more practical, health-centric and comprehensive. Nepal on Friday also marked the 5th International Day of Yoga organizing various events in the capital Kathmandu city as well as in Janakpur. On Friday, yoga enthusiasts gathered at the Janaki Temple premises and performed various yoga Asana's (postures). Meanwhile, in Kathmandu, an event was organised in City Hall in the presence of Indian Ambassador Manjeev Singh Puri and Nepali Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli. India's Puri also attended the "Yog Mahotsav" event which was held at Janaki Temple. The International Day

Kashmiri leaders highlight Pakistan-led atrocities in PoK, Gilgit at an event in Birmingham

Birmingham (UK), Jun 23 (ANI): Kashmiri political activists from all over Europe held "International Kashmir conference on Peace, Human Rights and Counter Terrorism", in Birmingham, UK. They discussed atrocities committed on people of Pakistan occupied Kashmir (PoK) and Gilgit Baltistan by Pakistan. They also underscored the rampant plundering of land and resources in the region. Shabbir Choudhary,PoK activist said, "It is called Azad Kashmir but there is no Azadi there, situation is getting from bad to worse, especially with the diversion of rivers. They are creating enormous problems for the locals and people may be forced to migrate in the near future."

UN has a special place in remarkable growth of Yoga in our own lifetimes: India's Ambassador to UN

New York (US), June 21 (ANI): While speaking at United Nations (UN) in New York on Friday, India's permanent representative to UN, Syed Akbaruddin on the occasion of International Yoga Day said, "UN has a special place in the remarkable growth of Yoga in our own lifetimes. It was here that ancient practice of Yoga was transformed into an annual global observance. I hope this indoor yoga session in General Assembly hall, the first of its kind, will reinforce values of cleaner, greener and more sustainable future that all of you, yogis are committed to."

Search operation to find 8 missing underway for second day in Nepal's Karnali River

Humla (Nepal), June 20 (ANI): A search operation for a jeep that plunged into the Karnali River in Nepal's Humla district a day before, entered its second day on Wednesday. The search and rescue operation led by Nepal Police, the Army and the Armed Police Force has been underway since Tuesday afternoon after the jeep heading towards Kailebalu veered off the road and plunged into the Karnali River. Earlier, the Armed Police Force were flown to the most remote and mountainous district of Nepal. The fated jeep with the number LU 1 JA 7166 fell off into the river at around 12:15 PM on Tuesday. Though the exact number of people who were on board the jeep is not known, the names of eight people have been released. As per the District Administration missing persons along with the jeep are identified as Sindhu Shahi Hamal, Chandra Hamal, Mani Shahi, Nain Singh Bhandari, Basanti Shahi, Nanda Devi Singh, Gokul Sunar and Kaur Kami.

Paramount Bed, latest facility of nursing in Japan

Kobe (Japan), June 20 (ANI): "Paramount Bed," a pioneer of medical beds, their technology has been used in various medical treatments and has been beneficial to several recovering patients. "ISPRM2019", the exhibition, showcasing the latest rehabilitation devices is held in Kobe, Japan. Many companies from the countries across the globe are participating in the event especially the rehabilitation field is attracting more attention all over the world because of society with an increasing population of aged people. At the "Paramount Bed" booth, a rehabilitation device incorporating know-how gained from the development of medical beds was exhibited. By combining different types of cushion and folding them to adjust their height, the patient's posture can be maintained. It is an auxiliary tool to keep patient's posture in bed or sitting down for a long time. This is the device that helps patients in training to walk. Also, it measures pressure on the soles of the feet as they are recoverin

Tokyo charms one and all with Roppongi festival

Tokyo (Japan), June 20 (ANI|): "Roppongi", is one of the most popular towns in Tokyo. It is decorated with various artworks. This event is named "Roppongi Art Night". The theme is "travel at night, dreams of the day". It is held for two days with modern art, design, music, images and performance by the artist from all over the world covering the length and the breadth of the city. The "Fruit tree art work" is produced by "Choi Jung-Hwa" who is the main director in this event. It is the colourful balloon sculpture of large fruits and vegetables arranged on the dish of "Roppongi Town". This is a big box decorated by Japanese traditional design "karakusa". Inside, it is a collection of Japanese "Furoshiki" which is traditional Japanese cloth for wrapping. It is decorated with colourful and unique "furoshiki". This film art is located in the aisle of a shopping mall. The artist is from Indonesia. This image changes as one walks through the street to reach a mysterious space. People enjoy t

Nepal: Thousands of Nepalis flood streets demanding scrapping of 'Guthi Bill'

Kathmandu (Nepal), June 19 (ANI): Thousands of people have gathered in Nepal demanding the government to scrap the controversial Guthi Bill. The Nepal government in April tabled a bill through the Ministry of Land Management, Cooperatives and Poverty Alleviation at Upper House which proposes consolidation of all acts and amendments related to 'Guthis'. But the bill which came out without consultation and proper discussion with concerned parties has made people spill onto the streets. Local residents of Kathmandu Valley, especially the Newar Community who have serious dissatisfaction over the bill, are carrying out continuous protests, mass meetings and rallies since June 9. They claim the bill will strip them off their rights of continuing the culture that has been followed for a long time. It might also result in extinction of various age-old culture and traditions. With the rage against the controversial bill rising, the protest also has got support from member of other groups who gr

Anti-Pak protests held in London against police brutality in Muzaffarabad

London (United Kingdom), Jun 19 (ANI): A massive protest was organised by the Kashmiri diaspora outside Pakistan High Commission in London demanding justice against the police brutality against activists in Muzaffarabad city of Pakistan occupied Kashmir (PoK). The protestors shouted slogans against Islamabad and Prime Minister of PoK, Raja Farooq Haider Khan and President Masood Khan. On June 16, the police arrested at least 60 protestors and manhandled activists who were protesting in Muzaffarabad city in PoK.

Nepal hosts grand cultural ritual with fervor

Birgunj (Nepal), June 18 (ANI): People in Nepal have planned to organize a grand Surya Ganga Aarti in Birgunj town once a week. The grand Surya Ganga Aarti was inaugurated by Chief of Nepal province 2, Ratneshwar lal Kayastha. The grand cultural event not only aims at boosting the spiritual belief of the devotees but also looks to strengthen ties between the two neighbours as believers from both the countries would come together to celebrate the religious ritual. Along with Nepal's Birgunj town, the Surya Ganga aarti will also be organized in Banaras, Haridwar and other cities of India.

Indian Embassy organises yoga event in Moscow

Moscow (Russia), Jun 16 (ANI): The Indian Embassy in Russia's Moscow organised yoga event on Sunday ahead of 5th International Day of Yoga. Scores of people enthusiastically participated in the event. Yoga is an ancient physical, mental and spiritual practice that originated in India. The word 'yoga' derives from Sanskrit and means to join or to unite, symbolizing the union of body and consciousness. India and countries around the globe will celebrate International Yoga Day on June 21. The concept of Yoga Day was formally promoted in India by Prime Minister Narendra Modi during the first year of his tenure.

Indian Embassy organises Yoga Event in Nepal

Kathmandu (Nepal), June 16 (ANI): The Indian Embassy in Kathmandu will be organizing Yoga Day event in Janakpur Dham to mark 5th International Day. Indian Ambassador to Nepal, Manjeev Singh Puri unveiled the plan while addressing a Yoga event organized inside Indian Embassy on Sunday morning. The proposal of celebrating International Day of Yoga was proposed by Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi at the UNGA in 2014. People from different age groups participated In the event organized in premises of Indian Embassy. The theme for this year's International Yoga Day is 'Yoga for Heart'. The participants claimed that Yoga has benefited them in several ways.

EAM Jaishankar meets his Iranian Counterpart

Dushanbe (Tajikistan), June 15 (ANI): Amid the Interaction and Confidence Building Measures in Asia (CICA) Summit, External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar met Foreign Minister of Islamic Republic of Iran, Javad Zarif in Dushanbe.They held bilateral meeting. Earlier, Bilateral meeting between Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Iran President Hassan Rouhani got cancelled due to scheduling issues in Bishkek.

CICA Summit: EAM Jaishankar meets Vietnam Vice Prez

Dushanbe (Tajikistan), Jun 15 (ANI): Union External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Saturday met Vietnam Vice PresidentMme. ??ng Th? Ng?c Th?nh on Saturday. Both the leaders met in Tajikistan's Dushanbe. Diplomat-turned-External Affairs Minister arrived in Dushanbe on 14 June for the 5th CICA Summit. This is Jaishankar's second overseas visit since taking charge as External Affairs Minister last month. Conference on Interaction and Confidence Building Measures in Asia (CICA) summit is a pan-Asia forum for enhancing cooperation and promoting peace, security and stability in Asia.

Pakistan's ISI aids pro-Khalistan group in UK

New Delhi, June 15: A latest intelligence report reveals that Babbar Khalsa International, a pro-Khalistan group, is working to strengthen its network across Britain.The report says that Babbar Khalsa International is receiving funds from Pakistan's spy agency, the ISI, to expand their presence worldwide. The ISI is also making attempts to bolster other pro-Khalistan groups in cities like Birmingham, Derby and Coventry. These groups are also trying to increase their influence at gurudwaras and other religious places across Britain. With the help of pro-Khalistan organizations, the Pakistani spy agency is making attempts to influence Sikh immigrants and brainwash them in acting against India. They have also been circulating forged and fake documents with the help of different groups on social media in India. The intelligence report suggests that Pakistan's ISI is trying to radicalise Sikh youth in India by spreading misinformation. The agency is also believed to be targeting Indian pilg